Iontophoresis Protocols

Iontophoretic drug delivery provides an alternative to hypodermic injection of corticosteroids, with increased comfort, and decreased systemic and localized side effects. It allows short term administration and avoids the associated discomfort of needle insertion at an already tender area of tissue. Avoiding the use of a hypodermic needle prevents further tissue trauma and eliminates the risk of infection at the injection site. Also, the risk of potential necrosis and/or tendon weakening associated with bolus injections of corticosteroids is eliminated.